BJ McCaslin’s Post

In my role, one of my primary goals is to regularly foster a sense of well-being and tie our company core values into the daily activities of the organization. “Show appreciation” is one of the easiest, yet most creative values I get to act on. I am constantly challenged with coming up with new ideas to show our employees how much we appreciate them, and although it can be a challenge at times trying to please every type of person and work with budget constraints, sometimes the simplest ideas work out the best. Queue Taco Tuesday! Everyone’s favorite weekly holiday. This morning we brought in Taco supplies and had the staff make their own Taco in a Bag. This mini celebration takes away no time from employees who feel too busy to participate in company activities, works for most types of diets and is a fun , more unique option than ordering in pizza ( although, everyone loves pizza once in a while). Grateful to work for a company who allows me to explore my creativity, and rarely says no to the ideas I bring that I feel will benefit the human side of the organization. 👌

🥞🎉 Happy National Pancake Day! 🎉🥞 In honor of National Pancake Day (who knew?), we had to come up with a way to connect pancakes to culture... Just like pancakes, company culture is all about the right ingredients! To whip up a strong culture, you need: A Solid Base: Start with clear values—like flour, they provide the foundation for everything else. A Dash of Flavor: Add in some fun - happy hours, service projects, celebrations. Team building is always a great part of a strong culture. A Generous Pour of Communication: Keep the conversation flowing to ensure everyone’s on the same page, just like syrup on a stack of pancakes! The Right Heat: Foster an environment of trust and support to help your culture rise and thrive. Toppings of Recognition: Celebrate achievements and contributions, because who doesn’t love a little extra sweetness? So, let’s stack up those ingredients and build a workplace culture that everyone can savor! What’s your secret ingredient for a great company culture?

🥞🎉 Happy National Pancake Day! 🎉🥞 In honor of National Pancake Day (who knew?), we had to come up with a way to connect pancakes to culture... Just like pancakes, company culture is all about the right ingredients! To whip up a strong culture, you need: A Solid Base: Start with clear values—like flour, they provide the foundation for everything else. A Dash of Flavor: Add in some fun - happy hours, service projects, celebrations. Team building is always a great part of a strong culture. A Generous Pour of Communication: Keep the conversation flowing to ensure everyone’s on the same page, just like syrup on a stack of pancakes! The Right Heat: Foster an environment of trust and support to help your culture rise and thrive. Toppings of Recognition: Celebrate achievements and contributions, because who doesn’t love a little extra sweetness? So, let’s stack up those ingredients and build a workplace culture that everyone can savor! What’s your secret ingredient for a great company culture?

🚨 Attention Adult Beverage Industry professionals! 🍸🍺 Ever felt like you're shouting into the void during your job hunt? 😔 I want to hear about your experiences with "ghosting" and lack of communication from hiring companies. Your stories could spark change! Share your frustrations and let's amplify our voices together. #JobSearchStruggles #Ghosting #CommunicationMatters #AdultBeverageIndustry #JobSearch #ShareYourStory 🗣️📉

Happy National Pickle Day! 🥒 Did you know pickles are just like people? We all have different "flavors"—some sweet, some sour, and others delightfully spicy! But together, we make life a flavorful experience. Just as a crunchy dill might not be everyone’s favorite, in teams or workplaces, each personality brings unique zest and value. At Prodigy Executive Search, we help you find the right "flavor" to complement your organization. 📞412-400-6841 [email protected] Tell us—what’s your pickle personality? #NationalPickleDay #Teamwork #WorkplacePersonalities #FlavorfulTeams #ProdigyExecutiveSearch #Elevator

I’m a lover of root beer! Especially Sprecher Root Beer. I share this for a few reasons. A few years ago when I was trying to secure my next role, I had a few of these in my fridge as motivation to encourage me to my best while applying for positions and nailing interviews. Seems logical. As time past, it became less of a motivation and more of a weight (along with everything else) pulling me and my self-confidence down. In fact, it was no long pushing me to improve, but pulling me under a sea of self-doubt, worry, anxiety, fear, and depression. My brilliant and beautiful wife who was always encouraging and supportive told me wise that I never forgot. “Don’t delay happiness.” She was right. I twisted open the cap of one of them, heard the familiar “pffisstt” of the carbonation escaping the bottle, and took a long cool drink of the dark elixir. It didn’t immediately solve my problems, but I had gotten into a pattern of not enjoying life until I found and secured a new role. My relationships w it h my family improved, my relationship with myself improved, and eventually I got that new position I was hoping for. To anyone who may have read this all the way to the end, live in a state of happiness now! Don’t put it off for some future (and sometimes unattainable) date. Choose to be happy now. It won’t solve all your problems and in some cases medical professional can help. This isn’t a be happy when your not speech, that’s for people much smarter than me. This is what helped me get past a rough part of my life and I had a support structure around me of family, friends, church, and other wonderful people. To all those out there, find ways to be happy now. Don’t wait for the promotion, don’t wait for that job, don’t wait for that person to make you happy. Don’t delay happiness. Even if you can find it in a silly bottle of root beer. #BelieveInGoodThingsToCome

After saying goodbye to Betty's Burgers last December, I can't help but reflect on the invaluable skills and experiences gained during my time there. 🍔 Working at Betty's wasn't just about taking orders; it was a transformative journey that shaped me both personally and professionally. 💪 While my role in the restaurant may not directly correlate with my current professional path, the soft skills I cultivated are invaluable assets that transcend any specific job title. 📈 Teamwork became ingrained in every aspect of our operation. Not only was I able to learn the importance of clear and effective communication, but also the relevance of cooperation. 🤝 Thriving in a fast-paced environment cultivated my capacity to work under pressure, ensuring efficiency and quality even in demanding situations. 💯 I will always be grateful for the opportunity I was given, the great team, and the chance to grow as a professional and as a person. ⭐   #ProfessionalGrowth #SoftSkills #Teamwork #Communication 

I originally wrote this in June of 2018 when reflecting on the death of Anthony Bourdain. Although I no longer work full-time as an executive chef the thoughts still resonate extremely strongly today…… I keep looking for the right words to say or the correct clip to post to make myself more at peace with who and what the world just lost. What Anthony Bourdain taught us all is to be filled with empathy and to wear our neighbor’s shoes. If we do this with love and dedication then maybe we can understand those around us better and be there in our friends’ and families’ biggest times of need as they would for us. Tony exposed the cultural underbelly and ugly truth behind many a food service operation. I always remember thinking how could the very business that connects and brings people together be such a terrible force of negative energy behind the scenes. I’m not talking about tough love and critical or even harsh critique. I’m speaking to abuse, disrespect and frankly the criminal behavior that we as an industry need to change. It is this ‘bro’ back of house culture that openly rejects empathy. That stands at odds to walking in another’s shoes. I have always hated this and in the leadership roles I’ve earned in recent years I hope to continue to help others build careers that are filled with opportunities to learn and grow. Not filled with fear of what might happen at work today. Kitchens are hard, work is hard, work should be hard. Work should also build you up and energize you as it does the guests and individuals you serve. Hospitality, no matter where you work or what you do, is not just a thing. It is the only thing. Let’s be good to each other people and take care of our neighbors. I’m positive it’s what Anthony Bourdain would want.

For all of you looking, dreaming, and facing frustration, here is a great post by #BrittanyJohnson to bring hope and smile. We see you on those hard days, and know it is a grueling, worrisome journey. Every time you experience hurdles in the broken processes of job positings, recruiting, and hiring, remember how you are going to be a healer for someone else — and will likely help in restoration for many. Know you deeply matter — even when it feels like it’s just you and another day of filling out applications, that don’t auto fill, despite selecting the option. Don’t let the quiet of July 4th week in the U.S. prompt you to doubt. Light is on the horizon, along with a good cup of coffee. #SocialImpact #DEI #ESG #employmentlaw #jobseekers #July #Starbucks

A simple way to learn A LOT about someone: If they make a mess at the Starbucks condiments counter, what do they do next? Do they leave a mess OR tidy up after themselves? You learn a ton about someone by watching: - If they clean up after making a mess - If they put their shopping cart away - If they treat service workers nicely These moments reveal a lot about the person's empathy, character, & attention to detail. Most importantly, it's a glimpse into how they treat others. So many successful people I've encountered do "little" (sometimes unexpected) things well. I've met: - Elite coaches who help unload their team's luggage - Star quarterbacks who clean up after themselves - CEOs who help out in the warehouse And the best part? They do it all with a smile. Because they know how you do ONE thing — is a reflection of how you do EVERYTHING. *** If this resonates with you, please share this post to inspire others & follow me (Andrew Moses) for more in the future!